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Kevin Stevenson

Born in Cleveland,Ohio, Kevin’s earliest musical influences were jazz greats like John Coltrane, Miles Davis, Count Basie and Nat King Cole. At a young age, Kevin took drum lessons from his uncle, Leon Stevenson and played clarinet in junior high. In college, he pursued music while attending the University of Cincinnati. Later, while playing locally in Cleveland, he decided to relocate to New York City in May of 1979. It was here that Kevin began to study with master drummers Michael Carvin and Jim Payne. He has worked with Cecil Bridgewater, South African musician Tony Cedras, Me'Shell N'Degeocello, actor Mario VanPeebles, Alvin Slaughter, Mark Ledford, Black Rock Coalition Orchestra w/guitarist Vernon Reid, Bill White, Michael Osborn, Arturo O'Farrill, Lafayette Harris, Dave Anderson, various Broadway/Off-Broadway productions and the multi- Grammy-winning Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir. In addition, Kevin has recorded and composed music for television and film. He has shared the stage with, Marion Meadows, Phil Perry, Pieces of a Dream, the O'Jays, Bobby Sanabria, Stephanie Mills and Take 6

Gear

Pearl Drums - Maple Series Sabian Cymbals


Tags

"In the tradition of David Benoit and Bob James, All-For-7 will definitely be a risk-free acquisition for your library. Their performances here are relaxing and worthy of considerable playtime on your entertainment system."

Scott O'Brien - Smoothjazz.com

"Nevertheless, this is a fine first effort and from it we have "A Walk in Paradise" that is wonderfully soothing and a full measure of its title".

Ted Hasiuk - Jazz Lynx/Cafe Jazz Radio

Primary Instrument

Drums

Location

New York City

Willing to teach

Beginner to advanced

Credentials/Background

Private professional instruction focusing on technique and music theory. Hours flexible Rate: min. $50.00/hour

Clinic/Workshop Information

Demonstration focusing on technigue, posture and establishing a solid groove. In addition, I will emphasize incorporating the "monster licks" at the right moment, allowing the music to have a continous flow.

Photos

Music

Recordings: As Leader | As Sideperson

TALK TO ME

Kaychadee Music
2021

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MOVIN

Kaychadee Music
2020

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All-For-7

HipoHash Music/Kaychadee Music
2004

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